Teaching Today publishes innovative teaching tips on a weekly basis. Written with the busy teacher in mind, each tip is concise, practical and easy to implement in the classroom right away. Topics covered in Teaching Today are classroom management, career development, high stakes testing, instruction and planning, parental involvement, reading in the content areas, using technology in the classroom, and portfolio development. Teaching Today also offers free weekly downloads that correspond to the tips. Our free downloads make implementing the teaching tips even easier. Teaching Today provides educational resources for teachers looking for everyday solutions to the challenges of the classroom.

Getting OrganizedOrganization before entering the classroom is critical to the success of your course. Adult students need to feel their time in the classroom will be time well spent. This week we focus on planning and organizing the course material.

Course Administration and Organization ToolsTake advantage of the various technology tools and resources available to you as an instructor. These tools will provide more learning opportunities to your students, save time, and help you communicate with your students.

Tips for the First DayBeginnings are important. The first class sets the tone for the entire course and lets students know what to expect. This week we focus on tips to help you make the most of the first class.

Learning Students' NamesMemorizing the names of a room full of new students can be a daunting experience. Yet, it’s worth the effort. Students appreciate instructors who make the effort to remember their names. This week’s tips help you make the task easy.

Ice BreakersIce breakers are techniques used during the first class to reduce the tension and to immediately involve the students in the class. This week’s tips are ice breakers you can use with your students to get the course started on a light yet effective note.

Incorporating Teaching Technology ResourcesTeaching technology resources are recommendations—tips and tools specifically designed for instructors. A comprehensive list of these resources is an excellent tool for developing your materials and teaching methods. This week we’ll discuss creating this list and finding these resources.

Improving Your Listening SkillsListening to your students is as important as speaking to them. Students need to feel you hear their concerns and questions. This week’s tips focus on how to improve your listening skills.

Time Management—Part 1Whether you are teaching full time or part time, this week’s tips will help you manage your time effectively so you'll have quality time for yourself, your family, and your students.

Time Management—Part 2Using your time wisely will help you manage your time effectively. Walking into a classroom unprepared or rushing into the classroom at the last minute sends students the wrong message. This week’s tips will help both you and your students manage time.